Important Collection of Antique Asian Arms
Lot 212:
Keris from the Minangkabau often resemble in form the Bugi style keris of Sumatra. The classic form of the Minankabau keris has a pistol grip shaped hilt called a kerdas and which is also found on Bugis keris. Keris daggers such as this example were referred to as a karih by the Minangkabau. They were worn for ceremonial purposes as a sign of power and prestige and were designed to slip into a mans waist band. The Minangkabau are the large stethnic group on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia, and traditionally from west-central highlands. Their keris were related in form to others on Sumatra and especially from the Malay Peninsula where many Minangkabau emigrated in the 19th century.The overall dagger is beautifully crafted and carved with an en suite carved hilt and scabbard displaying carved floral tendrils throughout. The silver mendak with a granulated filigree design. The 3 luk blade is a very old example, potentially earlier than the 19th century as evidenced by the degree of age and wear. As is common on Sumatra keris, there is no discernible pamor pattern, as opposed to keris found in Java and Bali. Blade 19th century or earlier, dress late 19th century- 20th century.Total Length (inside scabbard if present) : 12 3/4" Blade Length : 9 1/2".Shipping is available ONLY within USA, except CA and NJ. No international shipping.References:1. Frey, E. (1988) The Kris: Mystic Weapon of the Malay World. Oxford University Press.2. Mardianto, W. A to Z Sesuatu mengenai KERIS dan TOMBAK KERIS SENJATATRADISIONAL INDONESIA A to Z3. Ki Empu Jhuel. Pamor Keris4. Ghiringelli. V. (2007) The Invincible Krises 2. Saviolo Publisher5. Van Zonneveld, A.G. (2001) Traditional Weapons of the Indonesian Archipelago.Leiden: Art Books6. Gardner, G.B. (2009) Keris and other Malay Weapons. Orchid Press7. Weihrauch, A., Kloubert, U. and Aljunied, A. (2017)The Gods & the Forge: BalineseCeremonial Blades- The Gods & the Forge in a Cultural Context. IFICAH8. Maisey, A. Dhapur and pamor according to Djeno Harumbrojo, Jogjakarta.Kerisattosanaji9. Neka, W. S. (2014) Understanding Balinese Keris: An Insiders Perspective. Neka ArtMuseum.Detailed condition reports are not included in this catalog. For additional information, including condition reports, please contact us at [email protected]
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